Description

Indulge in the cozy flavors of fall with this delicious Pumpkin Hot Chocolate recipe. Creamy, rich, and spiced with pumpkin, cinnamon, and nutmeg, it’s the perfect warm beverage to enjoy on chilly days.

Ingredients

For the Pumpkin Hot Chocolate:

2 cups whole milk
1/4 cup pumpkin purée
2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
2 tbsp granulated sugar (or more to taste)
1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
1/8 tsp ground nutmeg
1/4 tsp vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
1/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional)

For Topping:

Whipped cream

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Instructions

In a small saucepan, combine: milk, pumpkin purée, cocoa powder, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Whisk over medium heat until smooth.
Stir in: chocolate chips, if using. Heat, stirring constantly, until hot and chocolate is melted.
Remove from heat and: stir in vanilla extract. Pour into mugs and top with whipped cream.
Serve immediately.

Notes

For a dairy-free version, use almond or oat milk and dairy-free chocolate chips.
Add a shot of espresso for a pumpkin mocha twist.